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Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Tuesday Tangents & Random Thoughts

Anya Update: Our weekly veterinarian visits have slowed down to one every three weeks, thank goodness. I'm relieved and I know Anya is too. We go back to the doctor on Friday for another red blood cell check. Her health has been improving steadily and the prognosis is good. She's become a good little pill taker, even if she sometimes tries to hide when she sees my husband coming with the pill.

Sometimes filling out those customer service feedback surveys on a restaurant's website proves to be beneficial. I only wish the restaurant hadn't given us a gift card with the word "complimentary" on it. It's like a neon sign saying that we are fussy diners.

You might be fussy too if you kept finding gum under the table.

My latest television obsession (next to the final season of Lost) is The Pacific. Two episodes have aired on HBO so far. and I am completely smitten. For those who liked The Band of Brothers, The Pacific is a must see.

I need to call my medical doctor and schedule an appointment, but I keep dragging my feet. I think it's a residual effect of my last dental visit. They took me to the back an hour late (because they forgot about me was what I was told--they weren't busy nor did they have any emergencies putting them behind) and proceeded to torture me for three hours as they tried to fit the permanent crown in every which way. Did it really need to take that long to realize it wouldn't fit? Let's not talk about the nine x-rays they had to take because they were having trouble getting the right angle and the three impressions they took because they couldn't even get that right (as the assistant is sliding the first one into my mouth, the dentist told him to prepare another one because she knew I was bleeding too much and the impression wouldn't be good). I go back this Friday to try again. I am seriously thinking of changing dentists after this. It's been one thing after another with that dental office.

I went in with no pain and came out with pain that still hasn't managed to go away. It's been over a week and a half.

I have to say though, my dentist is very nice otherwise.

My coworker loaned me her copy of the first volume of Twilight in graphic novel form. It's taunting me from its current location. I probably should get to it so I can return it.

My boss loaned me a copy of The Last Child by John Hart. She couldn't put it down. Have you read it? If so, what did you think?

I'm so glad to know that Anya is feeling better...what a relief! And I am really starting to despise the dentist too. I am still in pain/discomfort after a procedure I had done a week ago. I have to go back and have a tooth pulled and I am dreading it!

Melody - I am glad she is doing better too, Melody. Hopefully we will have even better news at our visit to the vet next week.

The second time around the dentist was able to get it right. I was in and out pretty fast. I don't understand why it was so hard to get it right the first time though!

Molly - It is a relief! Hopefully she'll continue to improve. She's good about taking the pills, but I'm sure we all wish we didn't have to give them to her every day.

My husband's recent dental visits were just as nightmarish. It's sad so many of us go through this!

Donna (Myckyee) - I'm looking into another dentist. Hopefully I can find a good one!

Diane - My boss loved the John Hart book. I still haven't gotten to it. Hopefully this month. One of my other coworkers is slated to get it after me. I tried to get her to take it before me, but she's got other books lined up before it too.

Kathy - That would be nice! We did use the gift card but since it didn't come out until the end of our visit--nothing exciting happened. LOL

Nicole (funnybookworm) - I really detest dentist visits. :-( The next one did go better fortunately. Now I don't have to go back for another 6 months, thank goodness!

Kathleen - I am so glad she's feeling better too! She's also packing on the weight quite nicely. LOL I'd blame the medication, but she was a big eater even before that.

I hope you are feeling better dental wise! My husband's still got some discomfort after his recent work. He doesn't want to go back to the dentist though so keeps putting it off.

I couldn't believe they forgot about me. I was the only one in the waiting area--and the desk is open so the receptionist could clearly see me. This isn't the first time I've had to wait so long--just the first time they'd forgotten me!

Andi - The Twilight graphic novel is the first of three volumes, I believe. I really like the artwork.

Carla - Thank you for your thoughts of Anya, Carla. This morning she was play wrestling with my dog and swatting at him as he ran by her.

I've been having issues with my dental office for quite some time now--one of them being that my dentist changes just about every six months to a year. I've been going to the office for over ten years and it's like a revolving door for dentists. I'd kind of like to have one dentist--and that won't happen if I stay with the current office I'm with, I don't think.

Carrie - Animals have a way of worming their way into our hearts, whether we expect it or not, don't they? :-)

My husband is enjoying Missing Ink. I'll be curious to know his final thoughts when he finishes it!

Staci - Thank you! I'm glad she is doing better too. :-)

Darlene - I wish now I'd put on my form that I was afraid of dentists, not that it would have made a difference! LOL I'm just glad I'm done for at least the next six months.

Ana (Nymeth) - Thank you. I noticed my vet hasn't been charging us for the actual visits the last couple of times--just the blood test, which is so nice of her. She probably realizes how much of a toll frequent vet visits can take on the bank account.

I'm sorry you and your little one had to spend so much time at the vet lately too. It's never fun or easy.

Nikki - I'm glad her treatment has gone so well! Hopefully she'll be back up to 100% in another few months and we can put this behind us.

Thank you for the link to All Sorts. It's a fun site!

Jill (Softdrink) - I agree! I've put up with that dental office for too long. I should have switched ages ago.

Alice - Yes, I'm fortunate to be surrounded by readers at work. :-) Thank you for your continued prayers for Anya, Alice. They are definitely helping as you can see. :-)

Maybe I should come see your dentist! A little travel to see a good dentist might not be so bad. ;-)

CJ - Isn't it? It seems like everywhere I turn there is bad news about our furkids. I'm glad Anya seems to be on the mend.

The gum under the table . . . I don't blame you for asking. LOL I wondered if anyone would. I've learned that I shouldn't sit with my hands in my lap at restaurants anymore, that's for sure!

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At the age of five, Literary Feline (aka Wendy) was diagnosed as a fabulavore. Due to the low story content of movies and television, she has required a steady supply of books to provide her sustenance. She currently resides in California with her loving husband, adorable daughter, and two affectionate and sassy cats. Literary Feline has broadened her nutritional sources by reviewing books. Please note: Literary Feline is not a bibliovore. She's not eating the books for goodness' sake.